Effectiveness of a Four-Session Focal Shock Wave Therapy Protocol in Women With Vulvodynia (NCT07553715) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effectiveness of a Four-Session Focal Shock Wave Therapy Protocol in Women With Vulvodynia
France50 participantsStarted 2026-04-01
Plain-language summary
Vulvodynia is a chronic vulvar pain condition that can significantly affect quality of life. Low-intensity focal extracorporeal shock wave therapy has been proposed as a non-invasive therapeutic option, but real-world data remain limited.
This retrospective observational study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a four-session focal shock wave therapy protocol in women with vulvodynia treated in routine clinical practice at a university hospital. Clinical data collected during standard care, as well as questionnaire responses, will be analyzed to assess changes in symptoms and functional outcomes following treatment.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Female patients aged 18 years or older
* Clinical diagnosis of vulvodynia
* Received at least one session of low-intensity focal extracorporeal shock wave therapy in routine clinical practice
Exclusion Criteria:
* Refusal to participate (non-opposition not obtained)
* Inability to understand French language, preventing completion of study questionnaires
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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